Title
Antarctica - Discovery and learning voyage
Start – End
Tripcode
PLA28-26
Language
English speaking voyage
Ship
Embarkation / Disembarkation
Ushuaia - Ushuaia
Nights / Days
10 nights
Important
Camping and kayaking are optional activities
All itineraries are for guidance only. Programs may vary depending on ice, weather, and wildlife conditions. Landings are subject to site availabilities, permissions, and environmental concerns per IAATO regulations. Official sailing plans and landing slots are scheduled with IAATO prior to the start of the season, but the expedition leader determines the final plan. Flexibility is paramount for expedition cruises. The average cruising speed for our vessel is 10.5 knots.
Short description
This Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands cruise delivers you into a landscape of dark rugged rock, pure white snow, and a fantastic variety of wildlife. Come say hello to whales, seals, and thousands of penguins.
Day 1: End of the world, start of a journey
Day 2 - 3: Path of the polar explorers
Day 4 - 7: Enter the Antarctic
Port Lockroy – After sailing through the Neumayer Channel, you may get a chance to visit the former British research station – now a museum and post office – of Port Lockroy on Goudier Island. You may also be able to partake in activities around Jougla Point, meeting gentoo penguins and blue-eyed shags.
Day 8: Scenes of South Shetland
Day 9 - 10: Familiar seas, familiar friends
Day 11: There and back again
Highlights you might experience
Few things get you closer to the Antarctic expedition experience than making camp, settling into your bivouac bag, and sleeping under the Southern Hemisphere stars
Kayaking is one of the best ways to immerse yourself in the beautiful blue-and-white world of the peaceful polar seas
A volcanic island in the South Shetlands, north of the Antarctic Peninsula
A breathtakingly beautiful bay offering classic views of colossal ice formations and iconic Antarctic wildlife
A former British base built in 1944, Port Lockroy is located on Goudier Island near the Antarctic Peninsula
A pleasant beach in Antarctica’s larger Andvord Bay, Neko Harbour is a scenic landing site that offers great views of gentoo penguins and a nearby glacier
A small island in Antarctica’s Errera Channel, Danco can be a good place to look for gentoo penguins while also offering fine hikes to stunning viewpoints
Though armed with the "stonebreaker" nickname and a quarrelsome reputation, these gentoo relatives are fading from the Antarctic – probably due to climate change
These hygienic divers are the only penguin species whose population is currently increasing along the Antarctic Peninsula
Named after the British navigator and sailor James Weddell, these extensively studied seals live farther south than any other mammal
m/v Plancius
Our most longstanding vessel, Plancius is a classic choice for some of our most popular polar voyages.
Full ship info »Activities you can participate in
Camping
Special gear and field equipment will be provided. Camping is subject to weather, local site and environmental regulations.
Kayaking
Basic kayaking experience is of advantage, but it is not a requirement. Physical fitness is essential. Kayaking is subject to weather and prevailing ice conditions.
Cabins & Prices
Quadruple Porthole
- Cabin size 12 m²
- 1 porthole
- 2 upper & lower berths
- Private shower & toilet
- Desk & chair
- Flatscreen TV
- Telephone & WiFi (supplemented)
- Hair dryer
- Ample storage space
- Safe deposit box
- This cabin is suitable for families traveling with children, or passengers who do not require a twin or more luxurious cabin
Complete cabin
37000 USD
Price for the complete cabin, fully occupied.
Sharing berth
9250 USD
Share your cabin with others for the best price.
Triple Porthole
- 1 porthole
- 1 upper berth & 2 lower berths
- Private shower & toilet
- Desk & chair
- Flatscreen TV
- Telephone & WiFi (supplemented)
- Hair dryer
- Safe deposit box
- Ample storage space
- This cabin is suitable for families traveling with children, or passengers who do not require a twin or more luxurious cabin
Complete cabin
34200 USD
Price for the complete cabin, fully occupied.
Sharing berth
11400 USD
Share your cabin with others for the best price.
Twin Porthole
- Cabin size 12 m²
- 1 porthole
- 2 lower berths
- Private shower & toilet
- Desk & chair
- Flatscreen TV
- Telephone & WiFi (supplemented)
- Hair dryer
- Safe deposit box
- Ample storage space
Complete cabin
22800 USD
Price for the complete cabin, fully occupied.
Single cabin
19380 USD
Price for the complete cabin occupied by 1 person (1.7x the shared rate).
Sharing berth
11400 USD
Share your cabin with others for the best price.
Twin Window
- Cabin size between 12,5 m² and 13,5 m²
- 1 window
- 2 lower berths
- Private shower & toilet
- Desk & chair
- Flatscreen TV
- Telephone & WiFi (supplemented)
- Hair dryer
- Safe deposit box
- Ample storage space
Complete cabin
23700 USD
Price for the complete cabin, fully occupied.
Single cabin
20145 USD
Price for the complete cabin occupied by 1 person (1.7x the shared rate).
Sharing berth
11850 USD
Share your cabin with others for the best price.
Twin Deluxe
- Cabin size 13,5 m²
- 2 windows
- 2 lower berths
- Private shower & toilet
- Desk & chair
- Flatscreen TV
- Telephone & WiFi (supplemented)
- Hair dryer
- Ample storage space
- Safe deposit box
- These cabins are corner cabins and are slightly more spacious than the normal twin porthole/window cabins
Complete cabin
25600 USD
Price for the complete cabin, fully occupied.
Single cabin
21760 USD
Price for the complete cabin occupied by 1 person (1.7x the shared rate).
Sharing berth
12800 USD
Share your cabin with others for the best price.
Superior
- Cabin size between 21 m² and 23 m²
- 2 windows
- 1 double bed
- 1 sofa bed
- Private shower & toilet
- Desk & chair
- Flatscreen TV
- Telephone & WiFi (supplemented)
- Refrigerator
- Coffee & tea maker
- Hair dryer
- Safe deposit box
- Ample storage space
Complete cabin
27500 USD
Price for the complete cabin, fully occupied.
Single cabin
23375 USD
Price for the complete cabin occupied by 1 person (1.7x the shared rate).